"White women are one of the most influential demographics in America—we are the largest voting bloc, with purchasing power that exceeds anybody else’s, and when we unify to demand change, we are a force to be reckoned with. Yet, so many of us sit idly on the sidelines, opting out of raising our hands to do, learn, and engage in ways that could make a difference. Why?"

- Raising Our Hands, Jenna Arnold.

We sat down with Jenna Arnold back in January, author of Raising our Hands –- which launches today, to get to know her and unpack the above. There was so much to discuss we were forced to create two episodes. Tune in next week for the second installment.

Educator Highlight * Denise Hamilton / @officialdham

Links

• Raising Our Hands, the book.
• We recommend checking a Black owned book store to purchase Jenna's book first. (U.S. only)
• Brooke Williams - our sensitivity listener for today's episode.